A swimming pool superintendent is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of public swimming pools and the buildings and premises around them. The superintendent is also responsible for the safety of the people who use the swimming-pool.
In addition a swimming pool superintendent must:
- manage the workforce;
- control any cash fees collected;
- organize activity programmes during school holidays.
Satisfying Aspects
- working with people
- spending time outdoors
- very responsible job
Demanding aspects
- having to deal with uncooperative people
- having to spend many hours out in the sun
Requirements
A swimming pool superintendent should:
- have organizational and supervisory skills;
- be able to relate well to the public;
- be able to act as a lifesaver.
School Subjects
National Senior Certificate.
Compulsory Subjects: None
Recommended Subjects: Life Sciences, Accountancy
Training
In-service training is usually offered by the municipality or resort at which the swimming pool attendant is employed.
They also receive continual training in: hygiene at a swimming pool; control over swimmers; theory of water purification; financial and administrative duties; first-aid and life-saving; rules and regulations and chlorine gas handling.
A swimming pool superintendent also needs to be in possession of a valid bronze medal in Lifesaving and a valid First Aid Certificate; or this must be acquired within 6 months of appointment to the position.
Employer
- Municipalities
- Private holiday resorts
Contact
Local municipalities.